Discrimination and Retaliation

Both state and federal laws prohibit an employer from taking any adverse employment action, such as termination or demotion, because of an employee's sex, age (if over 40 years old), race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, or disability. Additionally, it is illegal to retaliate against an individual for opposing discrimination or for participating in a discrimination complaint.

Other laws also prohibit retaliation against employees for exercising certain rights. For example, the Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) prohibits retaliation against an eligible employee who has taken off time from work because of a serious health condition, for the birth or adoption of a child, or to care for a close family member. The Texas Workers' Compensation Act makes it illegal for an employer to fire or retaliate against an employee for seeking benefits for an on-the-job injury. The Fair Labor Standards Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) also prohibit retaliation against employees who have made complaints or engaged in "protected activity."

The attorneys of Crews Law Firm, P.C. have represented hundreds of individuals who have been terminated from their employment or who have suffered discrimination or retaliation during their employment. We advocate on behalf of our clients through the “Charge of Discrimination” process working with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as in state and federal court in employment litigation.

If you believe you were fired, demoted, not hired, or suffered other adverse consequences because of your race, age, disability, national origin, sex or religion, or if you were retaliated against for opposing discrimination or engaging in activity protected by law, contact Crews Law Firm .